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The Great British Lunch – British Pullman
British Pullman · 1 days, 0 nights

The Great British Lunch

A slow, indulgent round trip from London with a traditional five-course roast lunch and fine wine served at your table.

  1. London VictoriaDay 1
  2. CanterburyDay 1
  3. DoverDay 1
  4. FolkestoneDay 1
  5. London VictoriaDay 1
Train stopExcursion by road
Duration1 days
Nights0
RouteLondon Victoria → London Victoria
Places visited4
From, per personGBP 485

Overview

Possibly the most British way to spend an afternoon: a classic five-course roast lunch with fine wine aboard a restored Pullman train. The train ambles through villages and green countryside, then returns to London Victoria with coffee, tea and petits fours.

  • Welcome glass of sparkling wine
  • Five-course roast lunch with Yorkshire pudding
  • Fine wine with lunch
  • A slow-paced countryside round trip
  • Coffee, tea and petits fours

Day by day

Day 1Late morning: board at London Victoria

Settle into your plush seat as your steward serves a welcome glass of sparkling wine.

Day 2Midday: roast lunch in the countryside

As the train pulls away, enjoy a five-course roast lunch with fine wine, typically roast beef with roast potatoes, vegetables, Yorkshire pudding and gravy, as villages and green landscapes slip by.

Meals: Five-course lunch

Day 3Afternoon: return to London Victoria

Coffee, tea and petits fours are served as the train makes its way back to London Victoria.

London VictoriaCanterburyDoverFolkestone
Where you spend each night

    The map is schematic. Dashed lines are excursions by road.

    Dates and prices

    Live availability. Choose a cabin type, then select Book Now to reserve online, or Join waitlist on sold-out dates.

    Table for Two

    October 18, 2026 GBP 485.00 pp dbl
    November 1, 2026 GBP 485.00 pp dbl
    February 21, 2027 GBP 485.00 pp dbl
    May 2, 2027 GBP 485.00 pp dbl
    May 16, 2027 GBP 485.00 pp dbl
    June 27, 2027 GBP 485.00 pp dbl
    July 4, 2027 GBP 485.00 pp dbl
    Sold Out
    August 15, 2027 GBP 485.00 pp dbl
    August 29, 2027 GBP 485.00 pp dbl
    October 3, 2027 GBP 485.00 pp dbl
    October 17, 2027 GBP 485.00 pp dbl
    November 14, 2027 GBP 485.00 pp dbl

    Questions about this journey

    What time does the train leave and get back?

    The British Pullman leaves London Victoria at about 11:00 and is due back at about 16:15. Timings are approximate and can change at short notice because the train runs on the national rail network.

    Which meals are included?

    A five-course roast lunch with fine wine is served, with a welcome glass of sparkling wine and coffee, tea and petits fours at the end. Vegan menus are available if requested at booking.

    What should I wear?

    Smart dress is expected: please leave denim, trainers, baseball caps, collarless T-shirts and shorts at home. Jackets and ties are not compulsory, but on the British Pullman you can never be overdressed.

    When does this journey run, and what does it cost?

    This journey runs on selected dates only, and fares depend on the departure and the table you choose. Live dates and fares are shown on this page, and our reservations team can help on (866) 484-7882.

    What is on the menu?

    The centrepiece is a traditional roast, such as English beef with roast potatoes, vegetables, Yorkshire pudding and rich gravy. A plant-based version of the menu can be arranged.

    Are there any stops along the way?

    No, this is a relaxed dining journey. You stay on board for the whole round trip from London Victoria.

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